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Basic tool necessary for motorcycles

Discussion in 'Pull up a chair and sit for a spell' started by Daxx169, Apr 11, 2011.

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    Daxx169 New Member

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    :chopper:So a new thread, can anyone give me a good general idea about tools. Had totally forgotten about this idea for a thread until I saw something on Wideglide 85's post earlier. what are the general tools that ALL bikes should have, and what sort of specialty tools should I be looking at getting ahold of/putting together myself? I think a good example is Wideglide 85's shock lock. looks simple to put together, and is brilliant in its simplicity. lets see what you guys got!
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    The simple basic tools are the most common - but if you get into the tranny or engine there are a few special tools that you will need to get hold of. In the archives here there is a posting that will give you a complete listing of the special tools - also in your HD shop manual it will give you a list of all the tools you will need to tear the ride down and put it back together. You DO have a HD shop manual don't ya? - It will be the best money you spend on your ride. Many sources on the net to get one and most likely you will be able to find one for your and model on e-bay.:)
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    Thanks Sarge7, I've not yet got my bike, so i've gotta wait on the manual for it hahahaha! but good to know. I havent seen any of the bike manuals, but it sounds like they follow the similar format for trucks/cars DIYS manuals. thanks for the info. I've got a fairly decent set of tools at home, unfortunately I had a relative break into my garage and pawn a bunch of my stuff while I was away a long time ago, so still rebuilding my kit from that. Does that list you're speaking of in the archives contain any links to "self made/built" tools?
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    There are many tools which can fabricated out of stuff laying around the shop - one being a spring compressor for the rear shocks - it was recently posted on here and shouldn't be hard to locate. A lot of times you can go to a website and look at the "special" tool they have pictured then built it yourself. I have done this trick many times.:)
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    Hey Daxx, did you find that site??
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    Not yet JohnnyBiker, still lookin around, when i've got time and cell phone signal!
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    i see you rebuild auto's......you should have nearly all the hand tools you need if that is a hobby. specialty tools will come with your skill level and what you want to do with your project. dont buy a bunch of stuff you wont use, unless ya got a lot of empty tool boxes and a full bank account!!!! lol lol
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    If you need to buy some basic tools I suggest Harbor Freight that way if there stolen your not out a lot of money. Besides basic tools if you have a newer bike a small 1/4 drive Torx set is good to carry. Harbor Freight also has a nice inexpensive Torx type folding set. I carry the folding one in my tool set.
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    chucktx Moderator Staff Member

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    here is what i carry on the bike.......wrapped, and unwrapped....

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    FLHTbiker Moderator Staff Member

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    Man we almost copy each other but my tire pump is smaller than yours, :D
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    chucktx Moderator Staff Member

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    ya, i would like a smaller one. just havent found it yet.....
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    Very nice set for travelling ChuckTX, thanks for taking the time to put those up for me.
    I've gotta say, I think this is the first time i've heard a guy brag about having "smaller equipment" than someone else! ha!
    thanks both you guys for your help.
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    chucktx Moderator Staff Member

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    no problem............i knew "his" was smaller!!!!!!!!:D:D
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    FLHTbiker Moderator Staff Member

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    :roflmao: not all thing are bigger in Texas :roflmao::roflmao:
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    FLHTbiker Moderator Staff Member

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    That's not a tool that's a must!:D
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    I'm Canadian, so we have a different weapon of choice....

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    You guys up there like hockey?
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    Don't forget 2 good torque wrenches, one in foot pounds the other in inch pounds for your shop.
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    On the road a Torque wrench is how strong you can pull a wrench :D Yep, that feels like 50 pounds. :)
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